Doctor of Philosophy in General Psychology: Integrating Technology, Learning, and Psychology (Quantitative Research)

PhD General Psychology: Research

Effective Communicator

Demonstrate foundational behaviors of a researcher.

Articulates clear position/ purpose throughout the writing

Critically appraise existing research.

Demonstrates control of layout/presentation, vocabulary, and uses of discipline-specific language

Apply research principles in the design of ethical original and independent research.

Demonstrates control of diction, tone, or register appropriate to a diverse audience throughout the writing

Design quantitative research.

Demonstrates proper usage of grammar and syntax throughout the writing (i.e., spelling, capitalization, punctuation, varied sentence structure)

Design qualitative research.

Demonstrates proper documentation of direct quotes, paraphrasing, references, and citing sources

Apply data collection principles.

Apply data analysis principles.

Synthesize results to create insightful findings in research or practice.

Produce scholarly and applied writing.

PhD General Psychology: History and Theoretical Foundations

Innovative Thinking

Discuss the history and development of the theories of psychology.

Presents adequate information using sources that consider other perspectives

Synthesize the theories of Psychoanalysis, Behaviorism, and HTE Psychology.

Selects evidence that appropriately supports the position/purpose

Evaluate the common applications of Psychoanalysis, Behaviorism, and HTE Psychology.

Develops position/purpose with reasoning and consistency

States a conclusion aligned to development

PhD General Psychology: Integrating Technology, Learning, and Psychology Emphasis

Christian Worldview

Integrate psychology with emerging technologies to craft innovative communication and learning solutions.

Examine the ideological foundation of the Christian worldview.

Analyze and apply theories of learning and cognition.

Analyze the implications of the Christian worldview as it relates to human value and dignity.

Evaluate and apply technologies for learning.

Analyze ethical decisions made from the Christian worldview.

Create strategies for building community and social networking.

Examine the application of the Christian worldview within the context of discipline and vocation.

Transformative Leader

Demonstrates personal accountability and responsibility with awareness of purpose

Incorporates best practices with decision making, in alignment with goals

Articulates aspects of respectful collaboration with all individuals (i.e., listening, open minded, sharing ideas, follow-through, conflict resolution, etc.)

Demonstrates transformative actions to inspire and motivate growth in others (i.e., developing trust, servant leader, impact on others, being intentional, clear goals, authentic, credible/trustworthy, etc.)

Global Contributor

Demonstrates knowledge of societal aspects of the world (i.e. languages, cultures, religions, art, history, political/social issues, etc.)

Demonstrates an awareness and understanding toward diverse backgrounds, ideas and perspectives

Expresses the value and dignity of others through Christian virtues (i.e., compassion, respect, belonging, equity, acceptance, empathy, grace, objectivity, etc.).

Expresses the value and dignity of others through Christian virtues (i.e., compassion, respect, belonging, equity, acceptance, empathy, grace, objectivity, etc.).